Tharu

Tharu is a village located in Tarn Taran tehsil of Tarn Taran district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from Tarn Taran, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tharu village. As per 2009 stats, Tharu village is also a gram panchayat.

Tharu has its own place in the vibrant Tarn Taran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Tharu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tharu is 037898. The village spans a total geographical area of 402 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143301. Tarn Taran is nearest town to Tharu village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Tharu

Below is a concise population overview of Tharu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,503 1,321 1,182
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 284 149 135
Scheduled Castes (SC) 890 479 411
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,672 956 716
Illiterate Population 831 365 466

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tharu village:

  • The total population of Tharu village is around 2,503, including approximately 1,321 males and 1,182 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 284 children aged 0–6 years in Tharu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tharu village has 890 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tharu village is about 66.80%, with male literacy at 72.37% and female literacy at 60.58%.
  • There are around 509 households in Tharu village.

Connectivity of Tharu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tharu. As per the 2011 stats, Tharu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Tharu

Knowing the nearby villages of Tharu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tharu.

Kot Dharam Chand Kalan Kot Dharam Chand Khurd Johal Raju Singh Kila Kavi Santokh Singh Kaironwal Thathi Kakka Kandiala Mughal Chak Behla Kadgill Bagrian

Frequently Asked Questions about Tharu

Where is Tharu located?
Tharu village is situated in Tarn Taran Tehsil, within the Tarn Taran district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tharu?
Tharu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Tharu?
The pincode of Tharu is 143301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tharu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tharu is 2,503, with 1,321 males and 1,182 females.
How many households are there in Tharu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tharu village has a total of 509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tharu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tharu is 66.80%. The male literacy rate is 72.37%, while the female literacy rate is 60.58%.